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Buying a used 2023 Ford Explorer? Check these 15 recalls first
The 2023 Explorer has 15 recalls in this group. Turbo oil leakage and block heater fire risks stand out, alongside failure to remain in Park, loose strut bolts, fuel pump failure, and seat or belt attachment issues. Several entries concern camera image loss, blue screens, or inversion; a warning label issue rounds out the list. The 113 unverified NHTSA owner complaints include unknown or other issues at 27, electrical systems and suspension at 14 each, and power train at 12.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify turbo oil leak and block heater recall completion.
- Request Park, strut bolt, and fuel pump repair records.
- Demonstrate camera views and inspect seat belt attachments.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Ford dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2023 Ford Explorer
What owners have reported to NHTSA
113 complaints filed for this model year, including 7 mentioning a crash, 2 a fire and 9 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 14 | None found |
| Suspension | 14 | Yes |
| Power Train | 12 | Yes |
| Steering | 12 | None found |
| Structure | 10 | None found |
| Engine | 10 | Yes |